The inaugural Saskatchewan Open Farm Days has been scheduled for Aug. 10-11.
This annual event focuses on sharing Saskatchewan culinary and agriculture stories with the people.
Saskatchewan Open Farm Day coordinator Ashley Stone said the goal to bring people from across Saskatchewan together through educational and experiential agricultural-based activities to learn about where your food comes from.
“We’re cultivating unforgettable experiences, honouring our diverse food heritage, and embracing the vitality of rural communities from the farm to your plate,” Stone explained.
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days is a free experience involved more than 40 local farmers and business owners, including the Nienhuis Family Farm near Warman and Star City Meats east of Melfort. Stone said the experience ensures all visitors understand how food is produced in Saskatchewan.
“We serve as the link between thousands of livestock and horticulture producers, government, individuals and business with a common goal to help people understand food and farming,” said Stone.
Stone added that collaborating with farm food cares,participation in Saskatchewan Open Farm Days will help promote local agriculture, tourism, and rural sustainability with the exciting initiative that celebrates the richness of the province’s agricultural heritage.
“Ideal hosts are those willing to provide a genuine snapshot of their daily
operations,showcasing the processes, products, and dedication behind
Saskatchewan’s agricultural and local food,” she said.
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days range from passionate farmers, producers, to culinary schools, chefs and local food suppliers all who aim to offer an authentic, immersive experience centred around farm life or local culinary experiences.
The event is an excellent platform for hosts not to display their hard work and products alone but also to educate and engage visitors to offer a deeper understanding of the origins of Saskatchewan food and the richness of the province’s farming story.
The host of the event, Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan said in a press release that getting to know farmers and ranchers is getting to know food.
